MANILA, Philippines—Almost two weeks after getting swept by Ateneo de Manila University in the UAAP men’s basketball Finals, De La Salle University finally received the first runner-up trophy from host University of the Philippines.
UAAP secretary-treasurer Herc Callanta said the trophy was “cordially presented and was eagerly received” by Bro. Bernie Oca during the UAAP board meeting at the UP Board of Regents Room in Diliman, Quezon City.
Ateneo clinched the title with a 62-51 victory over La Salle in Game 2 last Sept. 25 at the Araneta Coliseum.
The Archers, however, failed to come out of their dugout for the awarding ceremonies after the game.
‘No one called us’
Bro. Armin Luistro, the DLSU president and chancellor, clarified that the Archers failed to receive their trophy because “no one called them.”
“At the time, University officials and other supporters already filled the dugout to express appreciation for the team,” he explained.
“We would have gladly received our trophy during the ceremony because we know that we worked hard to get to the Finals. Being a runner-up in the UAAP men’s basketball tournament is an achievement the University is very proud of.” Cedelf P. Tupas
